Anubis sphinx moth
Common NameAnubis sphinx moth
Scientific NameXylophanes anubus
FamilySphingidae
SubfamilyMacroglossinae
Wingspan (mm)80
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorstan, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, gardens
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America, Caribbean
Host PlantsPsychotria, Coussarea, Palicourea, Hamelia patens
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, specific warmer months elsewhere
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, developing into larvae that typically have eyespots. Larvae pupate in the soil or leaf litter before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsKey features include its overall pale brown coloration, the relatively plain forewings with faint oblique lines, and a series of small dark spots along the dorsal abdomen.
Description
A medium-sized hawk-moth with a slender, pointed body and relatively narrow, pointed forewings. Its coloration is a cryptic light brown or tan, with subtle darker brown lines and small dark spots on the forewings and abdomen.
